Niagara River Cruises operates seasonal sightseeing and music cruises from North Tonawanda, New York, aboard the vessel Queen Of Peace. The company offers a range of scheduled experiences including narrated history cruises, live music evenings, karaoke nights, and special-event sailings tied to local anniversaries. History cruises feature local storyteller Val Cronin leading guided narration about the Erie Canal, the Canal's 200th anniversary celebrations, and the region’s lumber and waterway heritage. Music programming includes the Live Blues Cruise led by Barry Arbogast with a three-piece band, Sunday Funday music cruises with Brian Beaudry performing acoustic sets, and karaoke events hosted by DJ MXN (Mixon Music), creating a social onboard atmosphere for families and groups.
Niagara River Cruises permits passengers to bring their own drinks and snacks for concerts and social cruises, and selects specific history cruises to be offered free to mark the Erie Canal bicentennial. Schedules and trip details are posted by the operator for each season; departure location is in North Tonawanda on the Niagara River. The combination of local narration, scheduled live music, themed events, and scenic waterfront views defines the operator’s public offerings. Prospective passengers can verify dates and availability through the business’s public schedule and sign up for individual trips such as the Live Blues Cruise, History Cruise, Karaoke Night with DJ MXN, and Sunday Funday Music Cruise. Ticketing, safety guidelines, and seasonal schedules are managed by the operator and announced before each sailing, ensuring clear information for travelers planning visits to North Tonawanda and families.